We take great pride in our 50+ years of experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Showed up and worked till the job was done. That is what you expect and that is what was done."
John T on March 2022
We take great pride in our 50+ years of experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Showed up and worked till the job was done. That is what you expect and that is what was done."
John T on March 2022
Were a locally owned and operated company with 10 years experience that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business and stands behind our work. We specialize in a variety of home improvement and home repair projects, from bathroom remodels to smaller handyman-related tasks. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Great communication, patient and accommodating with our change of dates. Prompt and completed work promptly "
Michelle S on May 2025
Were a locally owned and operated company with 10 years experience that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business and stands behind our work. We specialize in a variety of home improvement and home repair projects, from bathroom remodels to smaller handyman-related tasks. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Great communication, patient and accommodating with our change of dates. Prompt and completed work promptly "
Michelle S on May 2025
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas S on April 2025
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas S on April 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. KMA Carpentry & Contracting strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.
"We contracted with the team at KMA to do a complete basement remodel from February to April 2025. It was an enormous project! The KMA team was terrific to work with across all aspects. They are 100% reliable, dependable, honest, and, importantly, allowed us to be flexible on some changes which we appreciated. We are delighted with the outcome and would recommend KMA with 5-stars."
Heather P on May 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. KMA Carpentry & Contracting strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.
"We contracted with the team at KMA to do a complete basement remodel from February to April 2025. It was an enormous project! The KMA team was terrific to work with across all aspects. They are 100% reliable, dependable, honest, and, importantly, allowed us to be flexible on some changes which we appreciated. We are delighted with the outcome and would recommend KMA with 5-stars."
Heather P on May 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Unbelievable how clean, knowledgeable, took great deal into making our kitchen perfect. The attention to detail just unbelievable. I know homeowners are always wondering who to go with. I’m telling you this company will not let you down. I felt extremely comfortable referring this company to family and family. Everyone was 1000% thrilled.. I’m looking forward to them doing a few other projects."
james T on April 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Unbelievable how clean, knowledgeable, took great deal into making our kitchen perfect. The attention to detail just unbelievable. I know homeowners are always wondering who to go with. I’m telling you this company will not let you down. I felt extremely comfortable referring this company to family and family. Everyone was 1000% thrilled.. I’m looking forward to them doing a few other projects."
james T on April 2025
Kahoalii Koncrete is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very professional and friendly!"
Joel G on December 2023
Kahoalii Koncrete is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very professional and friendly!"
Joel G on December 2023
As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, doors, or attic insulation.
"This company did a sales pitch by knocking on doors in our neighborhood. I unfortunately opend the door and talked to the lady and made the mistake of giving her my number for possible future renovations. The next day I received a call asking to set up an appointment. I said I was not interested at the moment, if I needed their services in the future I would contact them. This company has been harassing me by phone ever since. I've received 16 calls in a 10 days. If this company is an established reputable business then they should not need to knock on doors and harass people for business. Tell tale sign that something is definitely wrong with this business."
Mike M on February 2025
As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, doors, or attic insulation.
"This company did a sales pitch by knocking on doors in our neighborhood. I unfortunately opend the door and talked to the lady and made the mistake of giving her my number for possible future renovations. The next day I received a call asking to set up an appointment. I said I was not interested at the moment, if I needed their services in the future I would contact them. This company has been harassing me by phone ever since. I've received 16 calls in a 10 days. If this company is an established reputable business then they should not need to knock on doors and harass people for business. Tell tale sign that something is definitely wrong with this business."
Mike M on February 2025
At Window Nation, we know replacement windows. We’re third-generation window replacement experts who have been lucky to provide homeowners replacement windows, siding, and doors for over fifteen years. We opened our first showroom in Maryland in 2006, quickly growing to serve homeowners in cities across the country – and we’re not stopping there. We’re grateful for every homeowner who has trusted us to upgrade their most important asset: their home. We’ve learned a lot about home improvement over the years, but the most important thing we learned isn’t about window replacement. We learned the home improvement industry isn’t about offering the best windows, siding and doors; it’s about the relationships we build with our customers.
"The installer was very professional and efficient. The job was finished in approximately three and half hours and he neat and cleaned up very well. We were quite pleased with the job and would recommend them."
Joe P on August 2024
At Window Nation, we know replacement windows. We’re third-generation window replacement experts who have been lucky to provide homeowners replacement windows, siding, and doors for over fifteen years. We opened our first showroom in Maryland in 2006, quickly growing to serve homeowners in cities across the country – and we’re not stopping there. We’re grateful for every homeowner who has trusted us to upgrade their most important asset: their home. We’ve learned a lot about home improvement over the years, but the most important thing we learned isn’t about window replacement. We learned the home improvement industry isn’t about offering the best windows, siding and doors; it’s about the relationships we build with our customers.
"The installer was very professional and efficient. The job was finished in approximately three and half hours and he neat and cleaned up very well. We were quite pleased with the job and would recommend them."
Joe P on August 2024
As a 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Angi Super Service Award winner we thank our amazing customers and crews! New Look Home Exteriors is Pittsburgh's premier exterior remodeling company; Owens Corning Preferred Contractors specializing in roofing, siding, and seamless gutter installation - now offering custom window & door solutions too. New Look always offers the highest quality products and installation at an unmatched value to every customer. No high pressure sales presentations, EVER. Our approach is to educate our customers, answer any and all questions, and walk you through the process step by step. We tailor each project to our customer's needs and budget with our caring and consultative approach. Read our reviews and learn why home owners love improving their homes with us!
"We would like to thank Zack, Sales representative, Josh, Manager, Brian and his crew for their professional and expert job in installing new siding to our home. Brian and his crew worked continuously to complete the job in a shorter period of time than expected. Their work was exceptional and showed great attention to the details of the installation, even in the nonstandard and tricky areas. They left the jobsite clean. We highly recommend New Look Exteriors."
Carol S on April 2025
As a 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Angi Super Service Award winner we thank our amazing customers and crews! New Look Home Exteriors is Pittsburgh's premier exterior remodeling company; Owens Corning Preferred Contractors specializing in roofing, siding, and seamless gutter installation - now offering custom window & door solutions too. New Look always offers the highest quality products and installation at an unmatched value to every customer. No high pressure sales presentations, EVER. Our approach is to educate our customers, answer any and all questions, and walk you through the process step by step. We tailor each project to our customer's needs and budget with our caring and consultative approach. Read our reviews and learn why home owners love improving their homes with us!
"We would like to thank Zack, Sales representative, Josh, Manager, Brian and his crew for their professional and expert job in installing new siding to our home. Brian and his crew worked continuously to complete the job in a shorter period of time than expected. Their work was exceptional and showed great attention to the details of the installation, even in the nonstandard and tricky areas. They left the jobsite clean. We highly recommend New Look Exteriors."
Carol S on April 2025
Installers of new windows, doors and glass block. We also repair/replace broken or failed units of glass, screens, and patio doors. Family owned and operated since 1961.
"Very quick, and the initial representative even noticed a few things outside the house that I needed to give attention to myself that I hadn’t noticed."
Joel S on October 2024
Installers of new windows, doors and glass block. We also repair/replace broken or failed units of glass, screens, and patio doors. Family owned and operated since 1961.
"Very quick, and the initial representative even noticed a few things outside the house that I needed to give attention to myself that I hadn’t noticed."
Joel S on October 2024
Professional contractors complete basement framing in three to five days, depending on the size and complexity of your space. Projects with simple, open layouts progress faster than those with multiple rooms and corners. DIY framers should expect the job to take significantly longer, potentially seven to 10 days or more, depending on experience level and available time. The timeline doesn't include other aspects of basement finishing like drywall installation, electrical work, or finishing touches, which extend the overall renovation schedule.
Most municipalities require building permits for basement framing projects. These permits cost between $1,200 and $2,000, ensuring your renovation meets local building codes for safety and structural integrity. Working without proper permits can result in penalties, forced removal of completed work, and complications when selling your home. Your local building department can provide specific information about permit requirements, inspection schedules, and any special considerations for basement renovations in your area.
For basement framing, use pressure-treated lumber for bottom plates (the horizontal boards that contact concrete floors) to prevent moisture damage and rot. Standard kiln-dried lumber is suitable for wall studs and top plates that don't directly contact concrete surfaces. The most common lumber dimension for basement wall framing is two-by-four, though some situations may call for two-by-six lumber to accommodate thicker insulation. Always check local building codes, as some jurisdictions have specific requirements for basement framing materials.
You can install drywall after framing is complete and inspected, but several important steps should happen first. Ensure any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC rough-ins are completed and inspected before closing up walls. Installing insulation between studs is highly recommended for temperature control and moisture management. Drywall installation adds an average of $3 to $4 per linear foot to your project, with painting costing an additional $2 to $6 per square foot. Address any moisture concerns before enclosing walls to prevent future damage and mold issues.